As Cardiff transitions into the clean-up stage following Storm Darragh, efforts are underway to address the aftermath of the severe weather.
Cardiff
Council’s Emergency Management Team reported no further calls overnight, with
only one incident involving a fallen tree on Maes-Y-Coed Road in Heath.
Today's
weather forecast is more favourable, with significantly lower wind speeds and
light rain expected. However, a yellow weather warning for wind remains in
effect until 6pm this evening.
Fallen
Trees Approximately 150 trees have
fallen during the storm. Of these, 100 have been made safe, while the remaining
50 trees, which fell in parkland and pose no danger to the public, will be
addressed at a later date. Tree surgeons will continue their work this morning
to clear the trees made safe across the city yesterday.
Road
Closures Two road closures remain in
place this morning:
- Several trees have fallen on the slip road off
Leckwith roundabout, leading to the A4232 towards Culverhouse Cross. These
trees will be removed, and the slip road is expected to reopen by 12 noon
today.
- Heol Goch in Pentyrch remains closed until
debris is removed and a visual inspection is completed.
Members
of the public should continue to report any further issues via Connect to
Cardiff’s emergency line by calling 029 2087 2087.
Essential
Services Our focus remains on essential
services, including Social Services, Housing (including homelessness
provision), Meals on Wheels, Telecare, Highways, and Harbour Authority, as we
move into the recovery stage of the storm.
River
Levels It has been confirmed that the
River Taff flood alert has now been removed, and the flood alerts for the Ely
River and the Rhymney River were removed last night.
Today's
Arrangements:
- Recycling Centres:
Closed.
- Cardiff Riding School: Several
lessons have been cancelled, and the school will be open only for a
limited number of riders. All affected individuals have been contacted
directly.
- Cardiff International White Water High Ropes:
Closed today, but the rest of the facility is open.
- Cardiff Dogs Home:
Open today.
- Bute Park Light Trail, Working Street
Christmas attractions, and Cardiff Castle:
Open today.
- Cemeteries: Open as usual from 10am
today.
- Winter Wonderland (Castle and City Hall
sites): Open from 1pm today.
Work
will continue this morning to ensure that all remaining trees that fell on the
highway or posed a danger to the public are cleared, and the remaining road
closures are lifted.